Bettendorf to Oshkosh: Road Trip Guide & Distance

199.6 miles 321.3 km · straight line
249.5 miles estimated 401.6 km · driving distance
5h 1min estimated drive time
$24 - $30 estimated fuel cost
~54min flight time
29° NNE bearing direction

How far is Bettendorf from Oshkosh?

The distance from Bettendorf to Oshkosh is 199.6 miles (321.3 km) as the crow flies. Oshkosh is located NNE of Bettendorf. By car, the driving distance is approximately 249.5 miles, taking about 5h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. Both are located in United States — Bettendorf in Iowa and Oshkosh in Wisconsin.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bettendorf and Oshkosh. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Bettendorf to Oshkosh

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 1min $24 - $30 Flexible stops
Fly ~54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 1min $20–$37* Budget
Train ~4h 46min $30–$87* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bettendorf & Oshkosh

Quick Facts

Bettendorf
41.52°N, 90.52°W
America/Chicago
173m elevation
Oshkosh
44.02°N, 88.54°W
America/Chicago
234m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 67 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 124.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients